In this episode Harriet talks to Puppy Development Trainer Abi Howes about dog walking, how to help walk your dog, supporting them and managing distractions, and we talk dog owner courtesy to help make a positive experience for all of the dog handlers and walkers in the community.

To find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do or how you can help head to the Seeing Eye Dogs website.

In this episode Harriet talks to Puppy Development Trainer Abi Howes about dog walking, how to help walk your dog, supporting them and managing distractions, and we talk dog owner courtesy to help make a positive experience for all of the dog handlers and walkers in the community.
To find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs, the work we do or how you can help head to the <a href="https://sed.visionaustralia.org/.">Seeing Eye Dogs website.</a>

Presented by Harriet Moffat, Seeing Eye Dog Show is your on air guide to the incredible work that goes in behind the scenes at Seeing Eye Dogs, plus all the latest in dog health, caring and fostering puppies, interviews with experts and more.

Presented by Harriet Moffat, Seeing Eye Dog Show is your on air guide to the incredible work that goes in behind the scenes at Seeing Eye Dogs, plus all the latest in dog health, caring and fostering puppies, interviews with experts and more.

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From its inception in 1960, Seeing Eye Dogs, a division of Vision Australia, has remained a user-driven organisation. The attention, care and involvement we give to each of our clients are what make us different.

Our training is entirely one on one; it is not based on a prescriptive group or set training approach. This clearly underpins our belief in putting the client first.

Mission

The mission of Seeing Eye Dogs, a division of Vision Australia is:

To enhance the mobility and independence of people who are blind or have low vision throughout Australia by providing Seeing Eye Dogs, mobility training and rehabilitation services.

From its inception in 1960, Seeing Eye Dogs, a division of Vision Australia, has remained a user-driven organisation. The attention, care and involvement we give to each of our clients are what make us different.
Our training is entirely one on one; it is not based on a prescriptive group or set training approach. This clearly underpins our belief in putting the client first.
Mission
The mission of Seeing Eye Dogs, a division of Vision Australia is:
To enhance the mobility and independence of people who are blind or have low vision throughout Australia by providing Seeing Eye Dogs, mobility training and rehabilitation services.

Dog walking and owner courtesy with Abi

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we've got a handler story in recognition of International Guide Dog Day (IGDD) on April 24. This is part 2 of our IGDD special, you can find part 1 available as a podcast on your preferred podcast platform.

We couldn’t just do one story for International Guide Dog Day so we're joined by Damo McMorrow who is a Seeing Eye Dogs handler as well as National Access Technology Manager at Vision Australia. We’re going to be talking about his story as a handler and his experience transitioning to his new Seeing Eye Dog. We’re going to talk about his new partnership with Jenna as well as life with two Seeing Eye Dogs in the house. Damo also talks about the client training experience and gives some tips new dog guide handlers should listen to.

You can stream Damo's previous interview on this show talking about using technology as a dog guide handler on your podcast platform.

If you're blind or have low vision and are interested in finding out about getting a Seeing Eye Dog, please phone us on 1800 03 77 73 or (03) 9381 6400 or email info@sed.org.au for an obligation free discussion with our friendly team about your circumstances.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we've got a handler story in recognition of International Guide Dog Day (IGDD) on April 24. This is part 2 of our IGDD special, you can find part 1 available as <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/seeing-eye-dogs-show/igdd-special-1-paul-talking-dog-guide-mobility">a podcast on your preferred podcast platform</a>.
We couldn’t just do one story for International Guide Dog Day so we're joined by Damo McMorrow who is a Seeing Eye Dogs handler as well as National Access Technology Manager at Vision Australia. We’re going to be talking about his story as a handler and his experience transitioning to his new Seeing Eye Dog. We’re going to talk about his new partnership with Jenna as well as life with two Seeing Eye Dogs in the house. Damo also talks about the client training experience and gives some tips new dog guide handlers should listen to.
You can stream Damo's previous interview on this show talking about using technology as a dog guide handler on <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/seeing-eye-dogs-show/access-technology-and-your-dog-guide-with-damo">your podcast platform.</a>
If you're blind or have low vision and are interested in finding out about getting a Seeing Eye Dog, please phone us on 1800 03 77 73 or (03) 9381 6400 or email <a href="mailto:info@sed.org.au">info@sed.org.au</a> for an obligation free discussion with our friendly team about your circumstances.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: <a href="https://sed.visionaustralia.org/">https://sed.visionaustralia.org/</a>

IGDD special part 2: Damo & Jenna's story & transition to your successor dog

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we're talking dog guide mobility in recognition of International Guide Dog Day (IGDD) on April 24.

We're joined by Paul Adrian Seeing Eye Dogs Advisor Strategy and Change and qualified Guide Dog Mobility Instructor talking about dog guide mobility and the process for getting a Seeing Eye Dog. We bust some myths about who is eligible and might benefit from a Seeing Eye Dog, talk about the assessment and application process, and discuss matching the trained dog to the right handler on the waitlist.

If you're blind or have low vision and are interested in finding out about getting a Seeing Eye Dog, please phone us on 1800 03 77 73 or (03) 9381 6400 or email info@sed.org.au for an obligation free discussion with our friendly team about your circumstances.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we're talking dog guide mobility in recognition of International Guide Dog Day (IGDD) on April 24.
We're joined by Paul Adrian Seeing Eye Dogs Advisor Strategy and Change and qualified Guide Dog Mobility Instructor talking about dog guide mobility and the process for getting a Seeing Eye Dog. We bust some myths about who is eligible and might benefit from a Seeing Eye Dog, talk about the assessment and application process, and discuss matching the trained dog to the right handler on the waitlist.
If you're blind or have low vision and are interested in finding out about getting a Seeing Eye Dog, please phone us on 1800 03 77 73 or (03) 9381 6400 or email <a href="mailto:info@sed.org.au">info@sed.org.au</a> for an obligation free discussion with our friendly team about your circumstances.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: <a href="https://sed.visionaustralia.org/">https://sed.visionaustralia.org/</a>

IGDD special 1: Paul talking dog guide mobility

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, host Harriet is joined by three guests.

First, we’ll be joined by youth program participant graduate from 2022 Jasmine Tevelein   who is going to be talking to us about her experience in the program and the next steps as she works towards getting her own Seeing Eye Dog, and her involvement supporting the International Guide Dog Day giving day on April 24. If you’d like to support Seeing Eye Dogs on the International guide Dog Day giving day on April 24, Donations can be made online at seeingeyedogs.org.au/givingday.

Then, Doctor Ashe Mooney from Seeing Eye Dogs’ vet team joins us talking about kennel cough.

To finish off, we have some recall training tips with Puppy Development Trainer Steph Shaw from the archives.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, host Harriet is joined by three guests.
First, we’ll be joined by youth program participant graduate from 2022 Jasmine Tevelein   who is going to be talking to us about her experience in the program and the next steps as she works towards getting her own Seeing Eye Dog, and her involvement supporting the International Guide Dog Day giving day on April 24. If you’d like to support Seeing Eye Dogs on the International guide Dog Day giving day on April 24, Donations can be made online at <a href="http://seeingeyedogs.org.au/givingday">seeingeyedogs.org.au/givingday</a>.
Then, Doctor Ashe Mooney from Seeing Eye Dogs’ vet team joins us talking about kennel cough.
To finish off, we have some recall training tips with Puppy Development Trainer Steph Shaw from the archives.
If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: <a href="https://sed.visionaustralia.org/">https://sed.visionaustralia.org/</a>

IGDD Giving Day, Kennel Cough, & Recall

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Dog walking and owner courtesy with Abi

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